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1738 – 1822William Herschel (1738-1822)Died 25 August 1822, aged 83The German-born British astronomer discovered the planet Uranus in 1781 and compiled extensive catalogs of double stars and nebulae. He also discovered infrared radiation and was knighted for his contributions to astronomy. He died at his home in Slough, England.